In early 2010, British Petroleum ( BP ) was at the center of one of the worst oil spills in U.S. history, as an explosion on the Deepwater Horizon rig caused millions of gallons of oil to flow into the Gulf claiming 11 lives. Also involved were Transocean ( RIG ) and Halliburton ( HAL ), with each company doing their best to escape the weight of the charges. As BP goes on trial, along with Transocean and Halliburton, its stock has been taking a hit as investors hold their breath for the outcome [for more oil news and analysis subscribe to our free newsletter ]. See the full story here → Related Posts: 25 Ways To Invest In Crude Oil Three Commodities Dividend Lovers Must Own Company Profile: Exxon Mobil Trade The Swing In British Petroleum (BP) Earnings Preview: Weyerhaeuser (WY) & Halliburton (HAL)